AHS eNewsletter 3/31/2023
March 31st, 2023
Tornado Forecast of Upcoming Events
April 3rd: Late start for students.
- School begins for students at 8:30 am.
- Student transportation will operate under normal timelines.
- Students who arrive before 8:20, will be required to stay in the cafeteria, the main lobby, or the library to work on class assignments quietly.
April 4th: 11th grade students take ACT Test.
- 9th, 10th & 12th grade required remote learning day
April 7th: No school for students - Staff Development Day
April 10th: Late start for students.
April 17th: Late start for students.
Student expectations for ACT Testing Day, Tuesday, April 4th
The ACT with writing will be provided to Grade 11 students on Tuesday, April 4. Please review the expectations for students on this day.
All Grade 11 students will be taking the ACT with writing test.
Report to Anoka High School by 7:40 and report to their assigned testing room. Busses will run at their regular scheduled times and routes.
In an effort to maintain a proper testing environment, dismissal will be decided by the testing coordinator.
Grade 11 students who are eligible for transportation home will remain at school in a supervised area until 2:20 pm if they do not have a ride.
Students who remain at school following the test will have an opportunity to purchase lunch through our cafeteria.
Students in Grades 9, 10 and 12
Students in Grades 9, 10, and 12 will be provided assignments through Google Classroom to complete remotely from home.
Anoka High school will provide a learning location at school for students who choose to come to school.
Students that choose to come to school to work independently and complete google classroom coursework will be supervised in the cafeteria for a quiet learning environment.
- Students who remain at school following the test, will have an opportunity to purchase lunch through our cafeteria.
Transportation - Morning and afternoon buses will run at their normal times.
Juniors: ACT Test Date Information
Who: All Juniors
What: ACT with Writing Test
Where: Anoka High School
When: Tuesday, April 4
How: No Need to Register
What to bring: A current Photo I.D. (Student ID, Drivers License, or Passport), Multiple #2 pencils (not mechanical), charged calculator (if you choose to use one), water, snack. If you need to borrow a calculator, the Math Science Resource Center will have a limited supply of them available to check out before the test starts.
What NOT to bring: All electronic devices including cell phone, airpods/earbuds, smart watches and fitness trackers.
Room assignments will be posted in the Main Lobby on the Test Date.
Congratulations to our State Bound Speech competitors!
Congratulations to our Speech competitors who are headed to State!
Grace Morphew - Drama
Megan Day - Discussion
Isaac Stokes - Humor
Lily Goldenstein - Duo
Kendra Gerlach - Duo (Not pictured above)
Good luck and the Anoka Family is very proud of you!
Attention Class of 2023! Important Dates are coming up for you!
Below is the list of important dates for seniors. As we get closer to the events more information will be sent out to both seniors and parents. We are excited to be able to celebrate the achievements of the class of 2023!
Thursday, April 20th- Special Recognition Awards- select seniors who have been chosen for school awards
Tuesday, May 16th- Scholarship Night - select seniors who have received community scholarships
Monday, May 22nd- Senior Graduation Advisement - all seniors meet in the auditorium
Tuesday, May 30th- Honors/Academic Lettering Awards - select seniors who are graduating with honors or have lettered academically
Friday, June 2nd- Senior Breakfast/Cap & Gown Distribution - all seniors
Monday, June 5th- Commencement - at Goodrich Field 7:00 p.m.
Highway 10 update: Ferry Street Bridge closed
A major portion of the Highway 10 Anoka Project began mid-March, 2023, as construction is underway on a new Single Point Urban Interchange at Ferry Street in Anoka. To facilitate work, the bridge has been removed and detours are in place for the duration of the project. Completion is expected by Dec. 1, 2023. Employees and visitors to the Anoka-Hennepin Educational Services Center should plan accordingly as routes could be modified by detour during this time.
Northbound access to Ferry Street has been eliminated from Highway 10 during the construction period. Follow posted detours or view the detour map.
For more information visit the Highway 10 Anoka project website.
American Indian Education Powwow, Saturday April 1st
ALL ARE WELCOME!
Please join us at the American Indian Education Powwow on Saturday, April 1st at Champlin Park High School. We have so many exciting educational opportunities and invite all families to attend! Follow our Facebook event page to get real-time updates about the event. Below is a quick snapshot of special opportunities throughout the day. You can even order a Powwow T-shirt ahead of time through our virtual store and pick them up that day at the powwow!
11:00am - Doors Open!
11:30am - 12:15pm - Hoop Dance Class with Lumhe Sampson
Try your hand at hoop dancing in this class full movement and storytelling!
12:30pm-2:00pm - Indigenous Food Tasting with Derek Nicolas
Taste foods foraged, hunted, and prepared by a young man supporting our traditional subsistence practices.
1:00 pm - GRAND ENTRY
2:00-2:45pm - Drum Teachings with Chris Batiste (Former Anoka-Hennepin Drum Keeper)
Join this hands-on session where Chris will share Anishinaabe drum teachings and protocols passed to him.
3:30-4:15pm - Drum Teachings with Chris Batiste (Former Anoka-Hennepin Drum Keeper)
Join this hands on session where Chris will share Anishinaabe drum teachings and protocols passed to him.
5:00pm FEAST
The gathering doesn’t stop after we clear the arena. Join us for a community meal of Bison, Walleye, Wild Rice, and more! Catered by Gatherings Cafe.
What's New in the College and Career Center?
Anoka-Hennepin FAFSA and MN Dream Act Help Session
Now that you’ve submitted college applications, your next step is to apply for financial aid. You may be eligible to complete the FAFSA or the MN Dream Act. These applications can be completed online using your 2021 income taxes.
Attend our Financial Aid help event to get free, on-site professional assistance completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or the MN Dream Act. Families will hear a brief presentation outlining eligibility, steps, and tips to complete their financial aid before having time to work and ask questions from expert volunteers. Registration is not required for this event.
Click here for:
* For FAFSA: Apply for your FSA ID number at least 3 days prior to attending at https://fsaid.ed.gov
ASVAB Career Exploration Program
Learn About Yourself
Explore Careers
Plan Your Future
What is the ASVAB test?
The ASVAB is a FREE career exploration program measuring your strengths, weaknesses, and potential for future success whether you choose to go to a 2-year college, 4-year college, technical school, or into a military career.
When is the ASVAB test?
Saturday, April 22 from 8 -11:00 a.m. at Blaine High School.
What does it cost?
Nothing! This is a free program and you will get your
results the following week!
How do I register?
This is for current Anoka-Hennepin students only. Please sign up in the College and Career Center at your school by Thursday, April 13.
AHS Volunteer Corner
Booster Club, Nonprofit and PTO Resources
It’s not too late (or too early) to register for our last free workshop of the season. We will focus on volunteer recruitment, board transition and retention as well as best practices for closing out the year. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn something new, refresh your knowledge and connect with other non-profit folk!
The workshop will be held in person at the Educational Service Center (ESC) in Anoka as well as virtually. Check out https://www.ahschools.us/ptoboosterworkshops for more information and registration.
Volunteers are an incredible asset to the students here at AHS. From cafeteria helpers to Volunteer Coaches, let’s make sure your impact is recorded and recognized. By filling out your Anoka High School Volunteer Application and Criminal Record History Release Form you are doing your part to keep our students safe while enriching their lives through extracurricular activities.
Questions, concerns or ideas can be directed to your interim Volunteer Services Coordinator, Danielle Callahan at danielle.callahan@ahschools.us or call 763-506-7130.
Anoka Prom 2023 is coming soon!
Prom will be held at the Parkview Meeting + Event Center at Mall of America on Friday, April 28th from 8:30pm-11:00pm. Tickets for this private, formal event are $40 a piece (includes traditional dj/dancing, desserts/beverages, photo booth, parking, access to rides at Nickelodeon Universe). Prom tickets will only be for sale on SchoolPay- parents/guardians are only able to purchase tickets online. All outstanding fees must be paid before tickets can be purchased. Detentions must be cleared and overdue library books must be turned in before tickets can be picked up. Anoka students will be able to purchase one additional ticket for an outside guest or underclassmen provided a guest form is approved.
Online ticket sales will be open Wednesday 4/19/23- Tuesday 4/25/23 on ParentVue.
Physical ticket pick up will be Thursday 4/20/23-Wednesday 4/26/23 at all lunches.
Guest Forms must be signed by the students AP and presented when you pick up the physical prom tickets. Underclassmen guests: Completed forms will be taken to Ms. Curtis, who will allow underclassmen to purchase their tickets online. Underclassmen will then give their guest form to Ms. Pelzel when they pick up their physical ticket at lunch. Outside guests: Anoka students should bring their completed outside guest form to the prom ticket table and purchase their guest ticket with $40 cash.
Reach out to Ms. Pelzel with questions katrina.pelzellehman@ahschools.us
Need a Prom Dress?
Project Fairy Godmothers is a non-profit organization that collects new and gently used prom dresses, shoes and accessories. They are given away to girls who may have a financial hardship purchasing a dress. This year's giveaway is on April 1, 2023 in St. Paul.
2023-24 Application for Online Classes
The Virtual Academy will be changing next year. All classes will be asynchronous (with no Google Meets). Students will still be able to choose part-time or full-time.
Please note that filling out the 2023-24 Anoka-Hennepin Online Classes Application (grades 9-12) does not guarantee enrollment into Anoka-Hennepin Virtual Academy (AHVA). Parents/Guardians will be notified if more information is needed. This form MUST be filled out by a parent or guardian.
Enrollment is based on courses offered and space available. Once your request is received, you will receive a Parent Permission form that will need to be signed and returned before registering for online classes. When the form is returned, current schedules and attendance will be looked at before enrolling into AHVA.
Spring Sports Have Begun!
The weather outside may not look like spring but we have started our spring sports. We are looking forward to amazing season. Please see the activities calendar for updates, cancellations, and games.
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